VT Instructor

We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals.

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We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know. Examples of accommodations we can provide include modified workstations, flexible work hours, assistive technologies, or adjustments to communication methods during interviews or in the workplace. Our goal is to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles. Please contact us at any stage. We will work with you to meet your needs.

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Vocational Training Instructor

Permanent contract, Full-time /36 hours per week.

10 Drumfinn Rd, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10, D10 RR94

Job Purpose

The Vocational Training Instructor is responsible for the training and development of Learners in accordance with the agreed local training programme specifications, together with the day-to-day running and maintenance of all aspects of the training programmes The Instructor assists Learners with additional support needs in exploring their future career and educational direction and in making realistic vocational choices with a view to progressing to further education/employment.

What we're looking for:

Third level qualification, preferably within the Education/Training or Social Sciences sector.

A relevant pedagogical/training qualification - Train the Trainer QQI Level 6 as a minimum.

A number of years relevant occupational experience of working with Learners in educational, guidance and/or developmental contexts.

Experience in QQI certification and accreditation processes.

Excellent facilitation and presentation skills together with excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.

Your Responsibilities

Provide systematic training according to specified curricula, with responsibility for the instruction of a number of modules for QQI Level certification.

Facilitate participants in developing the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to secure progression outcomes.

Meet key performance indicators in relation to learner placement and progression and achievement of certification targets.

As part of a team liaise appropriately with relevant key stakeholders in maintaining programme allocations.

Assist Learners in reviewing previous experiences and exploring future goals, using a range of occupational interest, educational and problem solving techniques.

Collaborate on the development of Individual Action Plans to support each Learner’s progression, Evaluate the vocational rehabilitation needs of each Learner and produce a profile of those needs.

Source and support work experience placements and instil by example and direct training, proper work attitudes and work behaviours.

Closing Date: 6th September 2026

Salary starting from point 1 €35,740.34 to point 5 €43,319.87 pro rata. The 14-point salary scale provides annual progression opportunities up to €60,373.79 pro rata.

What we Offer:

Company Pension Scheme

Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Educational leave

24 days annual leave

Bike to work scheme

Tax saver travel scheme

Income protection

Unpaid leave

Health and Wellbeing programme

Digital Doctor

Financial support for studying and study leave

Long Service Reward Scheme

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

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These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.